Through 130 carefully selected artifacts from the Egyptian Museum in Cairo and the Luxor Museum, Treasures of the Pharaohs offers rare insights into the daily life, social structures, religious practices, and legacies of the Egyptian pharaohs. Three thousand years of ancient Egyptian history are presented through an array of dazzling royal treasures expertly crafted from gold, granite, lapis lazuli, and other precious materials, along with objects that reveal the inner workings of this sophisticated civilization that continues to intrigue, influence, and inspire the modern world. Treasures of the Pharaohs will be on view at the Kimbell from March 14 through September 19, 2027, in the museum’s Renzo Piano Pavilion.

Armchair of Princess Sitamun, New Kingdom, Dynasty 18, reign of
Amenhotep III (c. 1386–1349 BC). Gilded wood and reed, 30 1/4 x 20 1/2 x
21 1/4 in. (77 x 52 x 54 cm). Royal tomb, Tell el-Amarna. Egyptian Museum
in Cairo
Photograph by Massimo Listri

“Treasures of the Pharaohs will awe,” said Eric M. Lee, the museum’s director. “From the scale and splendor of some of the artifacts on view to the revelations about day-to-day life and inclusion of objects from one of the most recently excavated sites in Egypt, visitors will find this exhibition brilliant, both visually and intellectually.”

The exhibition paints an unparalleled picture of the lives of the pharaohs, from the grandeur surrounding their kingship, deity worship, and elaborate preparations for the afterlife, to the strict hierarchies and day-to-day routines of the people around them—a highly organized bureaucracy critical to maintaining Egypt’s divine kingship. Key aspects of ancient Egyptian civilization are explored through six thematic sections: The Treasures of the Pharaohs; People Around the Pharaohs; Religion and Beliefs: The World of Gods and Goddesses; Daily Life in Ancient Egypt; The Golden City; and Death and the Afterlife in Ancient Egypt.

Akhenaten and His Family Worshipping the God Aten, New Kingdom,
Dynasty 18, reign of Amenhotep IV / Akhenaten (c. 1353–1336 BC).
Painted limestone, 20 1/2 x 18 7/8 in. (52 x 48 cm). Royal tomb, Tell el-
Amarna. Egyptian Museum in Cairo
Photograph by Massimo Listri

Objects that proclaim the pharaohs’ power and status range from monumental granite statues to elegantly designed gold jewelry and richly decorated furnishings. In contrast to royal art, newly discovered artifacts from King Amenhotep’s workers’ community within the “Golden City” in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings will be introduced to North America for the first time, providing a glimpse into the lives of those often overlooked in presentations of ancient Egyptian art history. Statues representing various deities, carved and painted stone funerary stele, and lavishly decorated sarcophagi and other exquisite tomb furnishings convey the religious beliefs that shaped the Egyptian understanding of the world and the afterlife.

Pectoral Pendant of Amenemope, Third Intermediate Period, Dynasty 21
(c. 1069–945 BC). Gold, lapis lazuli, feldspar, and glass, 3 3/4 x 4 5/8 in.
(9.6 x 11.6 cm). Tomb of Amenemope, Tanis. Egyptian Museum in Cairo
Photograph by Massimo Listri

Highlights include works directly associated with pharaohs and their families, dating from Dynasty I (c. 3100 BC) to the Ptolemaic period (321 BC). Among them are some made in precious metal: the golden sarcophagus of Queen Ahhotep, the gold funerary mask of Amenemope, the golden sarcophagus of Thuya, the gold funerary covering of Pharaoh Psusennes I, the gold collar of Psusennes I, the painted and gilded wooden Canopic Box of Yuya with Sloping Lid on a Sled, and the gilded wooden chair of Princess Sitamun. Sculptures in stone are also represented, including the carved schist Menkaure Triad and the limestone relief of Akhenaten and His Family. A rare manuscript, the Hieroglyphic Funerary Papyrus of the Songstress of Amoun Djedkhonsuiusankh, is also featured.

Treasures of the Pharaohs is currently on view at the Scuderie del Quirinale in Rome, where it is on track to become one of the most highly attended exhibitions in the museum’s history.  After its close in Rome on June 14, 2026, the exhibition will be on view at the de Young museum in San Francisco from August 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027, prior to its presentation in Fort Worth.

Inty-Shedu, Overseer of the Boat of the Goddess Neith, Old Kingdom, late
Dynasty 4 or early Dynasty 5 (c. 2613–2345 BC). Painted limestone, 29 1/2
x 10 1/4 x 10 5/8 in. (75 x 26 x 27 cm). Upper cemetery of the Pyramid
Builders Necropolis, southeast of the Sphinx, Giza, Cairo. Egyptian
Museum in Cairo
Photograph by Massimo Listri

The exhibition curator is Dr. Tarek el-Awady, former director of the Egyptian Museum in Cairo. The exhibition is accompanied by a major scholarly catalogue by Egyptian archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass. The exhibition’s presentation at the Kimbell is organized by Jennifer Casler Price, senior curator of Asian, African, and ancient American art.

“These remarkable works offer a broad perspective on the lives of the pharaohs and those who served them,” said Casler Price. “From stunning treasures that convey the power and awe of divine kings, to the humble yet fascinating objects of everyday life, this exhibition illuminates the glory and wonder of ancient Egyptian civilization.”

EXHIBITION ORGANIZATION

The exhibition is organized by the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, the Kimbell Art Museum, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities of the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the Supreme Council of Antiquities (SCA), in collaboration with ALES SpA, the in-house company of the Italian Ministry of Culture, and MondoMostre.

SUPPORT

Promotional support for the Kimbell Art Museum and its exhibitions is provided by American Airlines, NBC 5, and Fort Worth Report. Additional support is provided by Arts Fort Worth and the Texas Commission on the Arts.

VISITOR INFORMATION

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The event features an evening of tasty food, signature cocktails, and creativity inspired by the 250th birthday of the United States and the Carter’s upcoming exhibition The Statue of Liberty from Bartholdi to Warhol. Patriotic costumes are encouraged but not required. Prizes will be presented to the costume contest winners voted America’s sweethearts!

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Hosted by Carter Society, the Museum’s membership group for young professionals, Midsummer Mingle provides a unique opportunity for attendees to connect through art while enjoying an exclusive after-hours experience at the Carter.

Tickets are available for Carter Society members and above! Tickets will be available for Associate and Friend level members as well as non-members on May 15.

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Midsummer Mingle
cartermuseum.org/MidsummerMingle26
Friday, June 26, 2026
5:30–7:30 p.m.
FREE for Carter Society Members

Midsummer Mingle is free for Carter Society level members and above. Tickets include food, drinks, and entertainment. Carter Society level members and above may reserve two complimentary tickets per membership.

Carter Society is a young professionals group designed for art enthusiasts looking to connect through unique experiences. Carter Society offers exclusive perks for young professionals, including advance registration for Adult Workshops and free tickets for Carter Society events. Learn more at cartermuseum.org/membership.

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The ensemble includes Vadym Kholodenko, piano; CMSFW Artistic Director Gary Levinson, violin; Jennifer Betz, violin; D.J. Cheek, viola; and Allan Steele, cello. Betz, Cheek and Steele are members of the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.

The multimedia pre-concert presentation begins at 1:15 p.m. Levinson discusses context and insight to the program’s composers and music, including the world premiere of Edward Green’s Trio for Strings: “A Drama in Two Acts.”

“A passionate musician with an inherent muscularity and weight to his touch, Kholodenko plays with great colour, poetry, and verve,” according to the New York Classical Review.

Vadym Kholodenko/Photo by Jean-Baptiste Millot

Vadym Kholodenko is the gold medalist of the 2013 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. He has a long history with the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. He was its first artistic partner in 2014, with a three-year commitment of live recordings of Sergei Prokofiev’s complete piano concertos, various concert performances and other FWSO programs.

Kholodenko debuted with London’s Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in 2017 and has led major orchestras around the world in Vienna, Budapest, Milan, Taiwan, Sydney and Tokyo, as well as leading orchestras in the United States.

Born in Ukraine, his recordings have earned editor’s choice awards from BBC Music Magazine and Gramophone and a prestigious Diapason d’Or de l’annee (translated as “Golden Tuning Fork of the year” from Diapason, a French music magazine).

Program

Johannes Brahms — Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Major, Op. 78
Edward Green — Trio for Strings (World Premiere)
Cesar Franck — Piano Quintet in F Minor

Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Prices are $45 for general admission, $40 for seniors and $10 for students.

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Organized by the Fort Worth chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, the quarterly events serve the dual purpose of providing networking opportunities for folks in media while raising public awareness of SPJ’s important role in advocating for First Amendment rights at the national level and of the Fort Worth chapter’s journalism scholarships and awards.

The event centered around a Q&A discussion with Fort Worth Magazine executive editor Brian Kendall and award-winning writer Shilo Urban about their March feature story on Texas whiskey.

“We were very pleased with the turnout and the excitement surrounding the discussion with Shilo and Brian,” said Edward Brown, SPJFW VP for Membership and board member. “The Fort Worth chapter of SPJ is focused on broadening our reach to people who work in PR, publicity, marketing, and communications. Many people in those fields are former journalists, and working writers and reporters rely on that community for fact-checking, press releases, and other important services.”

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SPJFW is currently celebrating 80 years of serving local journalists. Current board members include Gayle Reaves, the Pulitzer Prize-winning The Dallas Morning News journalist who went on to become editor of multiple publications. Former Fort Worth Report CEO Christ Cobler remains an active board member, along with Fort Worth Report newsletter editor Tommy Cummings. Following the Q&A sessions, Cobler told the crowd that the future of journalism lies in building trust with the community.

“We’re still working on the details of our summer mixer,” Brown says. “We think a panel discussion on food writing could help us turn out another large crowd. This is an exciting time for our chapter of SPJ.”

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The 30-minute Youth Show will take place at 2:00pm with works written by and starring elementary students. The 90-minute Teen Show begins at 5:00pm. This includes all pieces written by and starring high school students. It comes with a PG-13 rating. Both days of the Festival feature the exact same content.

These plays, scenes and monologues are all winning selections from Stage West’s 2025 Neighborhood Play Contest, which runs each fall. In the last couple of years, due to generous grant funding, we have been able to offer more aid and inspiration to young budding playwrights, with in-school workshops throughout DFW, as well as personalized writing coaching for all of our finalists. The extra time and energy is evident in this year’s pieces. We are so impressed by these works and can’t wait to share them!

Tickets for the Festival of the Kid are $5 each. The Lobby Cafe will be open for lunch from 12-2pm, then open for drinks, snacks and desserts during Festival breaks/intermissions. Reservations for lunch are encouraged, especially for parties of 4 or more. Please contact the Box Office at 817-784-9378.

To learn more about the festival, visit stagewest.org/festival-kid. We hope that you join us to support and celebrate the start of the next generation of theatre artists, from blank page to live stage!

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This art walk will take place in 11 different locations across the city of Fort Worth, including local businesses, non-traditional art spaces and artist’s home studios. Selected locations include Grackle Art Gallery, Collective 77, Waste Not/Want Not, By Candlelight Press, Easyside, La Gran Plaza, Bryce Avenue Garage (BAG), ArtHouse East Studios, McAnthony’s Multicultural Studio and Gallery, be.so, and T.C. Oliver Apartment Studio. Visit ( https://www.clairekennedyart.com/projects/7284044 ) to register for this free event and learn more about each participating location and their artists.

SpeedBump originated in Dallas’ Oak Cliff neighborhood, founded by artists Chuck and George twenty-six years ago, with the goal of highlighting local creative spaces, art exhibitions and funky collections. SpeedBump lil d, founded by artists Anna Galluzzi and Delaney Smith-Vaughn, has been doing the same in Denton for the past four years.

For more information about this event, images for press, or details about other activities please email maxmarshallstudio@gmail.com  or clairedennedy0220@gmail.com.

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As COO, Rios will oversee day-to-day operations of the Center’s Rape Crisis & Victim Services, Mental Health Services, and Employment Solutions; help develop and advance organizational strategy; and partner with teams across development, finance and business operations. She brings a distinguished record of leadership in nonprofit management, operational excellence, and community service – making her a strong addition during a pivotal period of succession and long‑term planning for the organization.

Prior to joining The Women’s Center, Rios served as Chief Philanthropy Officer at Presbyterian Night Shelter (PNS). In her tenure at PNS, she worked adjacent to the CEO, Chief Financial Officer, and Program Directors to develop and implement the strategic plan, expand programs, and grow PNS’s social enterprise business.

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“Brenda is an exceptional leader whose vision and commitment align deeply with our mission,” said CEO Laura Hilgart. “She is dedicated to maintaining The Women’s Center’s culture of excellence, community collaboration and partnership, employee engagement, and trauma-informed work.”

“We are so excited to have Brenda Rios joining us while Laura continues to lead the Center into 2027, at which time Brenda is expected to step into the Chief Executive Officer role. This gives us the opportunity to maintain seamless continuity in services to our clients while also preserving and building upon the legendary impact Laura’s leadership has made to our community over her many years of service,” said Frank Anderson, Board Chair of The Women’s Center.

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“We’re thrilled to have Rafael Mier, a world expert on corn and nixtamalization, join us and share his knowledge with our team and our guests,” said Chef Rodrigo Cárdenas, Culinary Director of Don Artemio and Dos Mares. “We’re passionate about authenticity and sharing our gastronomic heritage. This program will give people the chance to see how we express that passion right here in our own kitchen.”

Don Artemio and its sister restaurant Dos Mares are no strangers to nixtamalization. Their in-house process involves grinding heirloom corn daily to produce their signature handmade blue corn tortillas. Participants in this program and workshop will go behind the scenes to see how their famous tortillas are made before getting the opportunity to make their own.

Rafael Mier
Photo courtesy of Don Artemio

Rafael Mier is the author of Maíz: Origen, Cultura y Cocina and the Founder and Director of La Fundación Tortilla, a nonprofit organization in Mexico dedicated to promoting corn as a fundamental element of culture, nutrition, and economic development. In addition to providing education and training programs, Mier advocates for public policy and regulatory reforms aimed at conserving and promoting corn and Mexico’s natural biodiversity.

Nixtamalization is the process of soaking and cooking dried corn in an alkaline solution to break down the outer hull and release nutrients. It’s a practice that originated in Mesoamerica centuries ago, and is still used today to produce masa, which is then turned into popular foods such as corn tortillas and tamales. This way of processing and cooking corn creates a sustainable food source that is both delicious and nutritious.

Photo courtesy of Don Artemio

The “Maíz and Nixtamalization” program and workshop will give food enthusiasts, at-home chefs, students, and professionals alike the opportunity to learn more about this essential part of the world’s food heritage. Price is $150 per person plus tax and gratuity, and includes an educational presentation, hands-on workshop, and post-class meal of freshly made tacos and a margarita. Register at https://resy.com/cities/dallas-fort-worth-tx/venues/don-artemio/events/maiz-nixtamalization-master-class-at-don-artemio-2026-05-06

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• Easy drop-off for gently used donations
• Pop-up resale shopping with unique finds
• Music and entertainment
• Food available for purchase
• Opportunity to connect and learn more about the nonprofit’s mission

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